LateRooms.com - See the Stars at Melbourne's Australian Jazz Bell Awards

The event honours the cream of Australian jazz talent.

2011-04-06

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA, April 05, 2011 (Press-News.org) The 2011 Australian Jazz Bell Awards will see some of the country's most talented musicians head to Melbourne for a night of food, wine and performances.

Named after Dixieland and classical jazz pianist Graeme Bell, the annual event is an opportunity to honour and encourage excellence in musical creativity, recording and presentation.

As well as receiving the recognition of their peers, the winner of each category will be rewarded with AU$5,000 in prize money.

Stars who have triumphed at the Bell Awards in the past include Jonathan Zwartz, who picked up the best Australian jazz ensemble and song of the year accolades.

Stu Hunter's The Gathering was named top contemporary jazz album, while other stars honoured on the night include Linda Oh and Kristin Berardi.

Bob Barnard was inducted into the Hall of Fame at last year's event, joining the likes of Allan Browne, Ade Monsbourgh, John Pochee and Don Burrows.

The ceremony takes place at Melbourne's Regent Theatre on May 5th.

Tickets cost AU$165 per person and include a three-course meal.

New master of ceremonies Tracey Currow will announce the winners.

Jazz lovers thinking of booking cheap accommodation near the Regent Theatre can visit LateRooms.com.au and choose from a wide selection of Melbourne hotels.

To find more information, call (+61) 3 9820 2788 or visit http://www.bellawards.org.

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